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Head of Global Supply Chain Governance & Engagement

We are looking for a Head of Global Supply Chain Governance & Engagement who is strategic, collaborative, and solution-oriented to join our Global Supply Chain team, based at our UCB campus located in Braine-l'Alleud, Walloon Brabant, Belgium.

About the role

You will provide leadership for establishing global supply chain strategies and tactical planning. You are going to drive governance, engagement, and continuous improvement across all supply chain functions, ensuring alignment with UCB’s values and business goals.

Who you will work with

You will join a dynamic, high-performing team that values innovation, learning, and collaboration. You will work closely with the Global Supply Chain Leadership Team, Patient Supply, and other internal and external stakeholders to maximize impact and foster a culture of excellence.

What you will do

• You will lead and develop the Governance & Engagement team, driving strategic roadmap and enabling decision-making.
• You will be responsible for facilitating governance bodies and shaping ways of working across the Global Supply Chain Leadership Team.
• You will manage global supply chain programs and project portfolios using best PMO practices.
• You will establish and drive operational excellence, learning strategies, and risk and compliance processes.
• You will orchestrate change management and transformation activities, ensuring efficient execution.
• You will facilitate HR and Finance annual processes, including budget, headcount tracking, and reporting.
• Interested?

For this role, we are looking for the following education, experience, and skills:

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in a relevant field; certifications such as APICS CPIM, PMI/Prince2, or Six Sigma Green Belt are a plus.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes and strategic business objectives.
• Demonstrated experience in project and change management on large programs.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive innovative solutions.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and executive-level presentation skills.
• Fluent in English; French proficiency is a plus.

Are you ready to ‘go beyond’ to create value and make your mark for patients? If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you! 

About us 
UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are over 9.000 people in all four corners of the globe, inspired by patients and driven by science. 

Why work with us? 
At UCB, we don’t just complete tasks, we create value. We aren’t afraid to push forward, collaborate, and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring, supportive culture where everyone feels included, respected, and has equal opportunities to do their best work. We ‘go beyond’ to create value for our patients, and always with a human focus, whether that’s on our patients, our employees, or our planet. Working for us, you will discover a place where you can grow, and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential. 

At UCB, we’ve embraced a hybrid-first approach to work, bringing teams together in local hubs to foster collaborative curiosity. Unless expressly stated in the description or precluded by the nature of the position, roles are hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office.

UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws. 
 
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